The need for nurses continues to grow. As the health care industry grapples with a nursing shortage—projected to eclipse ...

In her post titled ‘ Why are nurses so poorly regarded in society despite how hard they work?’, the student shared that ...

With the advent of specialized programs and evolving curricula, nursing professionals are better positioned than ever to ...

By using regular check-ins, telehealth consultations and in-person rounds, nursing homes can ensure that any changes in a patient’s health are addressed promptly. There are many technologies ...

Commentary, November 2010 Community-Wide Programs to Support Hospital Discharges to Nursing Homes In an era of shrinking reimbursements and rising patient complexity, is it possible to reduce ...

Some hospitals install fixed screens in patient rooms, while others use digital screens or iPads to connect patients with their virtual nurses. Regardless of the technology, virtual nursing has ...

freeing up staff to focus on direct patient care. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. The physical environments of nursing homes are also undergoing a technological ...

Linda Aiken is the Claire M. Fagin Leadership Professor of Nursing and director of the Center for Health Outcomes and Policy Research at Penn. Patient satisfaction is receiving greater attention ...